American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation
-
Am J Phys Med Rehabil · Jul 2006
Randomized Controlled TrialOne-year follow-up of two exercise interventions for the management of patients with ankylosing spondylitis: a randomized controlled trial.
To assess the long-term effects on functional and mobility outcomes of two exercise interventions for the management of patients with ankylosing spondylitis. ⋯ An exercise regimen based on the Global Posture Reeducation method and focusing on specific strengthening and flexibility exercises of the shortened muscle chains offers promising short- and long-term results in the management of patients who have ankylosing spondylitis.